What it does
Slog is a Markdown note-taking app that keeps notes in local files rather than uploading them to a hosted service. Its official site describes a live-preview editor, code highlighting, table editing, bidirectional links, a visual graph, and optional AI writing. Download links are provided for Windows, macOS, and Linux builds.
Slog’s main trade-off is deliberate local control: users can build a linked knowledge base without placing their files on a vendor server. The official site offers desktop installers and describes AI as optional, which keeps it distinct from cloud-first AI note services. A pricing page is linked, but the checked text only says pricing and terms will be made clear before changes; no specific plan or paid amount could be established.
Strengths
- Notes are described as local files that are not uploaded to a server.
- The official page provides Windows, Mac, and Linux downloads.
Watch out for
- Cloud sync is not described as a built-in service.
Best for
- Desktop users who want a local Markdown knowledge base with backlinks and optional AI
Sources
- Slog - Write. Link. Think. (Oct 25, 2026)
- Pricing - Slog (Oct 25, 2026)